NPR News: 09-14-2026 7AM EDT
Summary
President Trump promises campaign visits and $5,000 payouts to Americans if Republicans hold Congress, though the proposal faces tepid reactions and cost concerns. Meanwhile, Trump downplays calls from AI leaders to slow research, while experts warn that U.S. restraint without global agreements could benefit China. In Ukraine, Russia continues drone attacks despite renewed U.S.-brokered peace talks, and Houthi rebels expand control in the Red Sea. Celine Dion returns to the stage in Paris after battling stiff person syndrome, and the Emmy Awards are set for tonight.
Topics discussed
Trump promises $5,000 payouts to Americans if GOP wins
AI leaders call for slowdown; Trump cites China competition
Russia open to new US-brokered peace talks with Ukraine
Ukraine-Russia war: drone attacks and infrastructure damage
Russian drone near-miss with David Petraeus
Houthis capture islands in Red Sea; Saudi pipeline shut
Celine Dion returns to stage in Paris after 4 years
Emmy Awards preview and sponsor message
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